Green Mapere Wahaika - Large
(Only available via Pre-order. Stone veining may present differently to item in the image displayed. Completion time 3-5 business days)
What a beautiful wahaika this is. Mounted on this Taonga, you will find a manaia seated on the top, protecting and holding its place. A black handle lashing well matching and an added cord tether on the end. We can not express enough of how amazing this Wahaika is. This Wahaika can come on a mapere base which can have up to 3 words engraved ( sold separately )
Dimensions: 330mm x 130mm
The Wahaika ( meaning mouth of the fish )
Wahaika is a close quaters fighting weapon that was used by fierce Māori warriors to incapacitate and disarm their enemies. The small figures carved onto it represent personal protectors for the wearer. These sacred ancent Māori Taonga are symbols of mana (authority), status, cultural identity, and important relationships.
In most cases, our Wahaika are purchased to be gifted as birthday gifts, leaving/welcoming gifts, celebrations, and corporate events.
A signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity is included.